Burst Meaning. Upon someone or something Fig. To break open or apart suddenly or to make something do this.
Verb used without object burst or often bursted bursting. 1 An instance of breaking or splitting as a result of internal pressure or puncturing. For example Janes award made her parents burst with pride or Harry is bursting with the news about his promotion.
One of the balloons burst.
The bitter cold caused the pipes to burst. Definition of burst Entry 2 of 2 1 a. An example of a burst is a sudden outbreak into tears. A burst is a sudden flurry of activity.
